Vitreous Lens Abnormalities in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding different vitreous lens abnormalities patterns according to TCM theory
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Vitreous lens abnormalities encompass a range of disorders affecting the vitreous humor, the clear gel that fills the space between the lens and the retina of the eye. These abnormalities can lead to visual disturbances, where the normally transparent gel becomes filled with floaters or takes on a clouded appearance.
They are not diseases in themselves but symptoms or signs of various ocular and systemic conditions. These can include natural aging processes, trauma to the eye, or complications from surgeries, among other causes.
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) perceives vitreous lens abnormalities through a holistic lens, often associating them with imbalances in the body's fundamental substances, such as Qi, Blood, Yin, and Yang.
Unlike Western medicine that views these abnormalities in isolation, TCM considers them a manifestation of deeper systemic disharmony. Determining the underlying pattern of disharmony is essential in TCM, as it guides the practitioner to restore balance through specific treatment strategies, including acupuncture, herbal medicine, and lifestyle adjustments.
Herbal Formulas for Vitreous Lens Abnormalities
Traditional Chinese Medicine formulas used to address vitreous lens abnormalities